cork roadbed

[jpmct]

I have cork roadbed for "o" gauge track.  It doesn't have adhesive on the back.  I thought of using contact cement or caulk, but would like to hear suggestions from others that have used this roadbed.

[Roger Bielen]

I used water based baseboard adhesive.  The solvent based works faster but will take the top of your head off unless you have extreme ventilation.  I stapled the cork down to hold it in place while the adhesive set.

[train doc]

Enjoyed your comments about cork roadbed. Does anyone know if this is superior to the roadbed that Ross Track sells, except the expense? What has been your experience or what have you heard about the Ross product? Thanks  Glen

[runtime]

I tack my cork roadbed down onto a plywood base with short brads, about 2 per 10" section of track, more on the curves. The track is then screwed down through the cork.

I don't know what kind of adhesive would hold long term since the cork is porous and the adesive would eventually dry out

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[jpmct]

Thanks to all who gave their suggestions.  I now have a couple new methods to try.

[jwse30]

I used a brads (1/2" or so)to nail the cork into place. I didn't use adhesive. I put it down about 4 years ago, and it seems to be holding up fine.

On my modular club modules, I used Liquid Nails Small Projects to hold the cork down. These are only a few months old, so I can't tell you about longevity.

 

J White

 

[dougdagrump]

On the club layout we used vinyl wallpaper paste, if I remember right.

On my ceiling track I used the Woodland Scenics foam and hotmelt glue.

[DennisB-1]

Regular Elmer's White Glue works for me. I've had cork in place for over 20 years and it hasn't come loose yet.